Nutrition on-the-go
What should make up half of your plate when you eat?
Fruits and Vegetables!
Stand up if you took your BP using the cuff here at the landfill.
100 points for those groups!
Name one alternative to an energy drink we discussed.
-Coffee
-Bai
-Unsweetened Iced Tea
-Yerba Mate
-Celsius
-Earl Grey Tea/Caffeinated Tea
-Kombucha
-Water
-Poppi Soda
Show one stretch you can do during the workday.
Points if WHOLE group shows us a stretch!
Name 1 healthier snack that has been dropped off/included in our wellness meetings.
-Popcorners
-Trail Mix
-Fig Bars
-Jerky Sticks
-Salads
True or False: Sodium/Salt decreases your blood pressure.
FALSE!
According to one source, the daily consumption of diet drinks is associated with ___% increase risk of type 2 diabetes?
A) 33%
B) 50%
C) 67%
D) 99%
C) 67%
Name one way to protect yourself from injury.
-Slow down! Stop and think about what you are doing
-Proper lifting mechanics
-Do you need assistance with the activity?
-Do you need a piece of equipment?
-Stretch!
What is a healthier lunch alternative at Chick-Fil-A? (Fried chicken sandwiches do not count!)
-Kale Salad/Salads
-Grilled Chicken
-Wraps
-Fruit cup
-Greek Yogurt Parfait
-Buddy Fruits Apple Sauce
True or False: You should check your blood pressure at the same time every day.
False!
Name 2 potential health effects of consuming an energy drink.
-Dehydration
-Digestive problems
-High sugar levels
-Heart complications (such as irregular heartbeat and heart failure).
-Anxiety
-Insomnia
Define Emotional Intelligence.
The capacity to recognize and manage our own feelings and recognize and respond to the feelings of others.
The size of your fist is equal to what serving size?
1 Cup
Name 3 ways to lower your blood pressure.
-Exercise
-Stress management
-Guided meditation/relaxation
-Limiting salt
-Add more veggies and less saturated fats
-Medication
What is the daily added sugar limit for men? What is it for women? (double points if you get both right)
-Men: 36 Grams
-Women: 25 grams
Where can someone find help for mental health ("Google" does not count!)?
-Insurance company
-Kaiser (they have their own internal program)
-Anthem (helps you find a provider within your plan)
-Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
-Primary care physician
-Viriginia government website (virginia.gov)
-NIMH
What is a nutrient dense food? (Definition or examples)
-Foods that are not “diluted” by additional calories from added sugars, sodium, solid fats, etc.
-Examples: Fruits and vegetables/Whole grains/Low-fat or fat-free milk products/Seafood/Eggs/Beans/Almonds
What blood pressure reading is considered normal?
-LOWER than 120/80
-Dangerous Reading: Higher than 180 and/or higher than 120 (180/120)
How many grams of sugar is in a 12 oz can of Red Bull? (if you are within 5 grams of the correct amount your group will receive points)
37 grams
What is the three-digit dialing code that provides support to anyone experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis or any other emotional distress?
988
We can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.